Backflow Testing & Repair in Austin

Backflow Testing in Austin

Backflow can contaminate your drinking water and put your family’s health at risk. Call BenjaminBL Plumbing for expert backflow prevention in Hays, Travis, and Williamson county.

Backflow happens when water flows in the opposite of its intended direction. When backflow occurs, it can bring contaminated water into the house, potentially making your family sick. Our expert backflow prevention service can keep your family safe. Contact us today.

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What is Backflow & What Causes It?

Your plumbing system seems simple but is more complex than you might think. Everything must work perfectly to have fresh water coming in and wastewater flowing out to the treatment facility.

Backflow happens when the water's flow direction reverses. One of the most significant problems resulting from backflow is that contaminated water can flow back into your home. This contaminated water can contain heavy metals, bacteria, human waste, and other pathogens.

According to the American Backflow Prevention Association, backflow incidents typically go undetected by the homeowner, which is a frightening thought.

What Causes Backflow?

There are two primary causes of backflow:

Back Pressure

If the pressure in your plumbing system exceeds the pressure in the distribution system, it can cause the water flow to reverse. Back pressure is common in systems like boilers, elevated tanks, and pumps that distribute water to higher levels.

Back Siphonage

The second common cause of backflow is back siphonage, which happens when water pressure in the system drops suddenly. Think of a firefighting situation where there’s an increased water demand for a short time. As mentioned, when backflow occurs, contaminated water gets mixed in with potable water ––the water you depend on for drinking, bathing, and cooking.

Since homes don’t have backflow alarms, most homeowners aren’t aware they have a problem until a family member becomes sick. However, there are signs to watch for that show you may have contaminated water, including foul odors, discolored water, or a distinct taste that’s different from what you’re used to.

If you think your water is contaminated, call BenjaminBL Plumbing for our professional backflow testing services.

Why Are Sewer Backwater Valves Important?

Have you had a sewer back up in your home only to find out it was caused by the city main backing up? Did you pay hundreds of dollars just to learn it wasn’t related to your drainage system? Installing an approved backwater valve in your sewer system can prevent city-related backups from affecting your home. This can, in some cases, allow you to get reimbursed by the city if a backup does occur. Backwater valves allow through-flow, but they prevent anything from coming back up, including rats and many other critters that lurk in sewer systems.

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How Does Backflow Prevention Work?

To protect your home against backflow, your plumber can install a backflow preventer or backwater valve, which is a valve designed to ensure one-way water flow. Backflow preventers sense changes in water pressure in the principal supply line to stop contaminated water from getting into your home.

Homeowners that rely on a well water system should install a backwater valve because these systems are at higher risk of contamination than municipal water systems. However, we recommend all homeowners consider installing a backflow preventer for peace of mind.

Why Are Sewer Backwater Valves Important?

Call BenjaminBL Plumbing today to book an appointment for a backwater valve installation. Find us in Hays, Travis, or Williamson County at 512-559-4805.

Backflow Testing in Austin

What is Backflow & What Causes It?

What Causes Backflow?

Why Are Sewer Backwater Valves Important?

How Does Backflow Prevention Work?

Why Are Sewer Backwater Valves Important?

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